Ok been compound hunter for 30years. Looking to try a longbow and been looking at the black widows. What would you recommend for a beginner to longbows? I never knew there were so many options on length draw etc! The black widow website was some what overwhelming with all the models and styles they offer! Please help.....
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I'd say 40# @28" for beginner -
PL in a 66" model.
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Black Widow is one of many companies that make great longbows. My suggestion is you buy a used one to start out in a low draw weight - 40lbs or so. After you have shot a while and your form is getting consistent then you can start exploring all the different options from different bowyers. See if you can hook up with some trad guys and shoot a bunch of different bows as it is very much a personal feel and preference thing. IMO it is wise to get comfortable with shooting trad before dropping a large amount on a premium bow. If it's a longbow you are after, it is hard to beat Sarrel's ArcheryComment
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Anyone have a used one for sale?Comment
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What is your compound draw length?Comment
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Usually one or two in the classifieds. About once a month a couple will show up.Comment
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Look on stickbow and ArcheryTalk.Comment
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If your ever up Austin way then call Bob Sarrels to check out some of his bows. They are not any better or worse than any other bows but they are beautiful and priced a little better than most custom bows. Bob is a super nice guy, backs his bows well and the best part is he will let you try as many as you want while you are there. I have taken several people by and all have found that, shoots perfect for them, bow. It wasn't always the one they liked the looks of the best, but the perfect shooting bow for them. It put them way ahead in their new trad endeavor.Comment
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Boy, you just missed a great starter bow. I sold a $850 Tomahawk for $350 the other day.Originally posted by Big Todd View Post
My advice is to go somewhere you can try a bunch of different bows. You will find what you want, and my bet is it won't be what you thought.
Go to a traditional shoot and ask folks if you can try their bows. They will let you. Trad. shooters are some of the most helpful people on the planet.Comment
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I have what you need. Do you ever make to Houston? If you can make a trip to my house I will help you get started. I have a great old longbow, the good news is it's a great old bow and it will not cost you a lot and we'll get you setup with some arrows.Originally posted by Big Todd View Post
I have an old Root Longbow that I believe is 35#'s that I bought from the TBH family. It is a fun bow to shoot that shoots surprisingly well. I have a few Black Widow Longbows that you are welcome to try out as well. Well, lets just say I have a few different styles that you are welcome to shoot. Come by and we'll get you going.
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Thanks guys, Ben I don't make it to Houston all that often but don't see why I couldn't plan a weekend trip sometime. Let me see how things look with work and season starting soon and I will let you know. Thanks!Originally posted by caughtandhobble View PostI have what you need. Do you ever make to Houston? If you can make a trip to my house I will help you get started. I have a great old longbow, the good news is it's a great old bow and it will not cost you a lot and we'll get you setup with some arrows.
I have an old Root Longbow that I believe is 35#'s that I bought from the TBH family. It is a fun bow to shoot that shoots surprisingly well. I have a few Black Widow Longbows that you are welcome to try out as well. Well, lets just say I have a few different styles that you are welcome to shoot. Come by and we'll get you going.
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I would do this !!! Ben will get you going in right direction and you will have a new friend for life. Knows his stuff and is a great guy. Then come to SpicewoodOriginally posted by Big Todd View Post
In October . Bob will be there as well as a bunch of primitive folks sharing there knowledge. ArvinComment
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i've got a sorrels blue ridge 40@28 i bought off another member, i was hoping it would be light enough for the kids to but it's too much. I'd let it go with the carbons i bought for it.
If your interested PM meComment
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Getting to know Ben will definitely help with your new addiction, and lessening the frustration and learning curves!
That Blueridge that boomer453 offered up would be a fantastic grab!!!!
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